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Hanging on to their last chance to impress Taga-Wests during the culmination of this year’s University Days, several bands vied for a podium finish in this year’s Battle of the Bands competition at the WVSU Grounds, Jan. 30.

As one of the highly-anticipated contests in the yearly University Days, the participating bands representing their campuses and colleges did not disappoint the crowd with their musical numbers—ranging from all-time favorite songs like “Himala” by Rivermaya; “Bang Bang” by Ariana Grande, Jessie J, and Nicki Minaj; “Mundo” by IV of Spades; and “Basang-basa sa Ulan” by Aegis.

After an electrifying three-hour-long spectacle of talent, the College of Nursing emerged as the Champion, followed by last year’s champion Himamaylan City Campus at second place, and College of PESCAR at third, with the College of Education and Pototan Campus following at fourth and fifth spots respectively.

For the special awards, two ensembles went on neck-and-neck: Himamaylan City Campus winning the Best Guitarist, Best Bassist, and Best Drummer while the College of PESCAR snatching the Best Keyboardist and Best Vocalist.

Despite experiencing delays in the events due to unforeseen circumstances, this year’s Battle of the Bands competition left the crowd electrified, which continued even after the event during the WVSU Night.

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2026 University Days Special Coverage by WVSU Student Publications

Write-up by Abbygale Hope Abasolo & Amiel Roy Zaulda/ Pagyuhum Publication

Photos by Benz Nicolf Casador, Circo Lawrence Dumaicos, & Aryhan Kate Patrona/ Pagyuhum Publication

Short scenes left lasting impressions as 10 colleges brought original plays to the West Visayas State University (WVSU) Cultural Center stage on the evening of Jan. 29, 2026 as part of the Day 3 activities of the 2026 University Days.

Student groups from various colleges presented original plays lasting 5 to 10 minutes. These showcased diverse stories addressing the impact of social media on youth, family unity, Filipino values, and other relevant issues affecting contemporary young people.

With genres ranging from drama to comedy, the performances reflected the creativity and talent of the Taga-West community.

Performances were evaluated based on acting, directing, technical design, and overall play quality. Criteria focused on the interpretation of material, use of space, technical execution, and the effectiveness of storytelling in engaging the audience.

The theatrical showcase brought the third day of festivities to a close as the university celebration heads into its final day.

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2026 University Days Special Coverage by WVSU Student Publications

Write-up by Jurish Pauleen Hitalia, ICON Publication
Photos by Meryll Klaryze Polaron, ICON Publication

Seventeen teams composed of four students from different colleges and campuses of West Visayas State University (WVSU) competed in the Quiz Bowl Competition as part of the 2026 University Days (U-Days), held on January 30 at the Research and Extension Building of the College of Law from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

The event opened with remarks from Prof. Obed Joy Gaitan, contest adviser, who encouraged participants to “FEAR—Face everything and rise”. The Quiz Bowl consisted of ten questions per round, namely the Beginner, Intermediate, Difficult, and Advanced round with one point, two points, three points, and five points worth each question respectively.

The subjects covered were Mathematics, Science, Hiligaynon, Literature, and Social Sciences. Representatives from different departments answered by raising their whiteboards after the timer ended.

Faculty members who prepared the questions were recognized during the program and were awarded certificates of appreciation for their contributions.

After the final round, the College of Nursing secured first place, followed by the College of Arts and Sciences in second place and the College of Medicine in third place. The Integrated Laboratory School placed fourth, while Janiuay Campus finished in fifth place.

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2026 University Days Special Coverage by WVSU Student Publications

Write up by Tricia Jane A. Santorce & Helen Natalie D. Bolivar/The Blue Quill

Photos by Ivette D. Clementir/The Blue Quill

The 2026 University Days broadcast competitions highlighted both the emergence of new champions and the sustained excellence of established contenders, as colleges vied for top honors in the Newscasting and Radio Drama categories on Day 4, January 30, at the COC Building.

The events underscored the university’s growing culture of media practice and performance across disciplines.

In the Newscasting Category, the College of Nursing emerged as champion, marking a breakthrough victory after years of competition. The College of Communication, which entered the contest as back-to-back champion and eyeing a third straight title, placed fifth in this year’s results. Completing the rankings were the College of Education in second place, Lambunao Campus in third, and the College of Arts and Sciences in fourth.

The College of Nursing’s championship was led by Francis Immanuel Fuentespina, who improved on his second-place finish last year to finally secure the top spot. His return and strong showing contributed to the college’s first-place finish, signaling steady growth and competitiveness in campus broadcast journalism.

Despite the setback in newscasting, the College of Communication proved its enduring excellence in broadcast arts as it continued to reign supreme in the Radio Drama Competition, clinching its fourth championship title in the annual University Days. The College of Nursing placed second, followed by the College of Arts and Sciences in third, College of PESCAR in fourth, and the College of Agriculture and Forestry in fifth.

The Radio Drama victory reflects the College of Communication’s continued strength in creative audio production, highlighting its training in storytelling, performance, and technical execution.

This year’s UDays broadcast competition showcased not only rivalry but also resilience, growth, and excellence among colleges highlighting the breadth of talent and commitment to media practice across the university.

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2026 University Days Special Coverage by WVSU Student Publications

Write-up by Gierson Bordon/The Mediator
Photos by Ken Torres and Matthew Immanuel Sayman/The Mediator